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1700 STADIUM WAY SUITE 100
Los Angeles CA 90012-1404
Los Angeles CA | IRS ruling year: 2010 | EIN: 27-2007326
PROVIDE ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, TRAINING AND PUBLIC OUTREACH PROGRAMS FOR THE LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT TO SUPPLEMENT CITY RESOURCES
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This charity's score is 100%, earning it a Four-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.
This overall score is calculated from multiple beacon scores: 90% Accountability & Finance, 10% Leadership & Adaptability. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.
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The IRS is significantly delayed in processing nonprofits' annual tax filings (Forms 990). As a result, the Accountability & Finance score for Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is outdated and the overall rating may not be representative of its current operations. Please check with the charity directly for any questions you may have.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation has earned a 100% for the Accountability & Finance beacon. See the metrics below for more information.
This beacon provides an assessment of a charity's financial health (financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness) and its commitment to governance practices and policies.
This Accountability & Finance score represents IRS Form 990 data up until FY 2020, which is the most recent Form 990 currently available to us.
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Not ApplicableBoard Composition - 27/27 - 25/25 ptsBoard Composition - 27/27 - 25/25 pts
Charity Navigator looks for at least 3 board members, with more than 50% of those members identified as independent (not salaried).
The presence of an independent governing body is strongly recommended by many industry professionals to allow for full deliberation and diversity of thinking on governance and other organizational matters.
Source: IRS Form 990
Independent Audit or Financial Review - Audited - 20/20 ptsIndependent Audit or Financial Review - Audited - 20/20 pts
An Audit, Review, or Compilation provides important information about financial accountability and accuracy. Organizations are scored based on their Total Revenue Amount:
| Total Revenue Amount | Expectation to Receive Credit |
|---|---|
| $1 million or higher | Expected to complete an audit |
| $500,000 - $1 million | Expected to complete an audit, review, or compilation |
| Less than $500,000 | No expectation (removed from scoring methodology) |
Source: IRS Form 990
Conflict of Interest Policy - Listed - 3/3 ptsConflict of Interest Policy - Listed - 3/3 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a conflict of interest policy on the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy protects the organization and by extension those it serves, when it is considering entering into a transaction that may benefit the private interest of an officer, director and/or key employee of the organization.
Source: IRS Form 990
Board Meeting Minutes - Documented - 3/3 ptsBoard Meeting Minutes - Documented - 3/3 pts
Charity Navigator looks to confirm on the Form 990 that the organization has this process in place as an accountability and transparency measure.
An official record of the events that take place during a board meeting ensures that a contemporaneous document exists for future reference.
Source: IRS Form 990
Document Retention and Destruction - Listed - 3/3 ptsDocument Retention and Destruction - Listed - 3/3 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a document retention and destruction policy per the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy establishes guidelines for the handling, backing up, archiving and destruction of documents. These guidelines foster good record keeping procedures that promote data integrity.
Source: IRS Form 990
Whistleblower Policy - Listed - 3/3 ptsWhistleblower Policy - Listed - 3/3 pts
Charity Navigator looks for the existence of a whistleblower policy per the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency measure.
This policy outlines procedures for handling employee complaints, as well as a confidential way for employees to report financial or other types of mismanagement.
Source: IRS Form 990
Website - Listed - 3/3 ptsWebsite - Listed - 3/3 pts
Charity Navigator looks for a website on the Form 990 as an accountability and transparency metric.
Nonprofits act in the public trust and reporting publicly on activities is an important component.
Source: IRS Form 990
Full CreditPartial CreditNo CreditNot ApplicableLiabilities to Assets Ratio - 25.49% - 25/25 ptsLiabilities to Assets Ratio - 25.49% - 25/25 pts
The Liabilities to Assets Ratio is determined by Total Liabilities divided by Total Assets (most recent 990). This ratio is an indicator of an organization’s solvency and/or long-term sustainability.
| Liabilities to Assets Ratio | Amount of Credit Received |
|---|---|
| Less than 50% | Full Credit |
| 50% - 59.9% | Partial Credit |
| 60% or more | No Credit |
Source: IRS Form 990
Program Expense Ratio - 90.38% - 25/25 ptsProgram Expense Ratio - 90.38% - 25/25 pts
The Program Expense Ratio is determined by Program Expenses divided by Total Expense (average of most recent three 990s). This measure reflects the percent of its total expenses a charity spends on the programs and services it exists to deliver.
| Program Expense Percentage | Amount of Credit Received |
|---|---|
| 70% or higher | Full Credit |
| 60% - 69.9% | Partial Credit |
| 50% - 59.9% | Zero Points for Program Expense Score |
| Below 50% | Zero Points for Both Program Expense AND Liabilities to Assets Scores |
Source: IRS Form 990
This chart displays the trend of revenue and expenses over the past several years for this organization, as reported on their IRS Form 990.
Presented here are up to five of this organization's highest compensated employees. This compensation data includes salary, cash bonuses, and expense accounts and is displayed exactly how it is reported to the IRS. The amounts do not include nontaxable benefits, deferred compensation, or other amounts not reported on Form W-2. In some cases, these amounts may include compensation from related organizations. Read the IRS policies for compensation reporting
Source: IRS Form 990 (page 7), filing year 2020
Below are some key data points from the Exempt Organization IRS Business Master File (BMF) for this organization. Learn more about the BMF on the IRS website
Activities:
Activity data not reported from the IRS
Foundation Status:
Organization which receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or the general public 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (BMF foundation code: 15)
Affiliation:
Independent - the organization is an independent organization or an independent auxiliary (i.e., not affiliated with a National, Regional, or Geographic grouping of organizations). (BMF affiliation code: 3)
The Form 990 is a document that nonprofit organizations file with the IRS annually. We leverage finance and accountability data from it to form Encompass ratings. Click here to search for this organization's Forms 990 on the IRS website (if any are available). Simply enter the organization's name (Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation) or EIN (272007326) in the 'Search Term' field.
This organization was impacted by COVID-19 in a way that effected their financial health in 2020. This normally would have reduced their star rating. Due to the unprecedented nature of the pandemic, we give charities such as this one the opportunity to share the story of COVID's impact on them, and doing this pauses our revision of their rating. Charities may submit their own pandemic responses through their nonprofit portal.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation reported being impacted by COVID-19 in the following ways:
Fundraising Capacity
Grants Sent
How COVID-19 impacted the organization's operations financially:
The LAFD Foundation has been fortunate with receiving gifts and grants restricted to the LAFD's COVID-19 testing and vaccination efforts. Unfortunately, the pandemic has negatively affected our ability to fundraise for unrestricted contributions. Several fundraising events were forced to be postponed, causing a decline in donations normally received.
How COVID-19 impacted the organization's delivery of programs:
Economic uncertainty for many donors led to an inevitable decrease in unrestricted gifts. This has caused great difficulty fundraising for the many non-COVID-related needs.
How this organization adapted to changing conditions caused by COVID-19:
The LAFD Foundation is committed to adapting to the health guidelines created while also being available to the public virtually. Staff members worked through the pandemic from home, ensuring that the LAFD firefighters were supported as they were are on the front lines of COVID testing and now providing the vaccine.
Innovations the organization intends to continue permanently after the pandemic:
The LAFD Foundation looks forward to continuing to connect with the supporters virtually.
Not Currently Scored
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation cannot currently be evaluated by our Impact & Results methodology because either (A) it is eligible, but we have not yet received data; (B) we have not yet developed an algorithm to estimate its programmatic impact; (C) its programs are not direct services; or (D) it is not heavily reliant on contributions from individual donors.
Note: The absence of a score does not indicate a positive or negative assessment, it only indicates that we have not yet evaluated the organization.
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Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation reported its largest program on its FY 2020 Form 990 as:
Spent in most recent FY
Percent of program expenses
THE FOUNDATION HELPED TO INVEST IN EQUIPMENT, TRAINING PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC OUTREACH TO ASSIST THE LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation cannot currently be evaluated by our Culture & Community methodology because we have not received data from the charity regarding its Constituent Feedback or Equity Practices strategies.
Note: The absence of a score does not indicate a positive or negative assessment, it only indicates that we have not yet evaluated the organization.
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Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation has earned a 100% for the Leadership & Adaptability beacon. See the metrics below for more information.
This beacon provides an assessment of the organization's leadership capacity, strategic thinking and planning, and ability to innovate or respond to changes in constituent demand/need or other relevant social and economic conditions to achieve the organization's mission.
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Full CreditPartial CreditNo CreditNot ApplicableMission - 10/10 ptsMission - 10/10 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization's mission
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation supports the LAFD in protecting life, property, and the environment by providing essential tools, equipment, and training resources for our firefighters.
Vision - 10/10 ptsVision - 10/10 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking through articulating the organization’s vision.
Approximately 97% of the fire department's budget is allocated to personnel expenses, leaving just 3% to cover the department’s other needs. The LAFD Foundation is a non-profit organization that was created by civic and corporate leaders in 2010 to supplement the fire department’s budget by providing first responders with essential equipment, new technology, and educational resources that would otherwise go unfunded. Our goal is to continue to bridge the gap.
Source: Nonprofit submitted responses
Goals - 20/20 ptsGoals - 20/20 pts
The nonprofit organization presents evidence of strategic thinking and goal setting through sharing their most important strategic goals.
Goal One: Grow our Adopt-A-Fire-Station program to further fund grants for underserved stations.
Goal Type: Grow, expand, scale or increase access to the existing programs and services.
Leadership Development - 15/15 ptsLeadership Development - 15/15 pts
The nonprofit provides evidence of investment in leadership development
The LAFD Foundation team individually took Gallup's CliftonStrengths assessment. This powerful online tool helps individuals identify, understand, and maximize their strengths to contribute more efficiently to the team.
Mobilizing for Mission - 15/15 ptsMobilizing for Mission - 15/15 pts
The nonprofit provides evidence of leadership through focusing externally and mobilizing resources for the mission.
Strategic Partnerships
Networks of Collective Impact Efforts
Raising Awareness
Community Building
The LAFD Foundation provided funding for four vital recruitment and outreach programs administered by the Department. These programs offer teens and young adults the opportunity to explore careers in the fire service while they develop skills in leadership, teamwork, and overall confidence. The programs supported include: Cadet Program - Designed for 14-20-year-old individuals who are serious about pursuing a career with the fire service. High School Magnet Program – Prepares Los Angeles Unified School District students for entry-level careers and post-secondary education in the field of Public Service. Girls Camp - Two-day workshops for young women to provide hands-on exercises, CPR training, leadership building skills, and insight into pursuing fire service careers. Youth Fire Academy – Introductory seven-week program to educate, mentor, and teach life skills to high school students throughout underserved L.A. neighborhoods.
Adaptability Story - 30/30 ptsAdaptability Story - 30/30 pts
The nonprofit has an opportunity to tell the story of how the organization adapted to tremendous external changes in the last year.
The year 2020 has forced many to adapt to the changes the pandemic caused. The LAFD Foundation was directly affected as it supports the Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles' front-line COVID agency. We were tasked with ensuring that our firefighters had sufficient PPE throughout the pandemic. The Foundation's leadership successfully partnered with like-minded corporations and private foundations that understood and met the needs of our heroes.
Impact & Results
Accountability & Finance
Culture & Community
Leadership & Adaptability
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